Top 100 Hand Tools Projects

1. 1. Learn the Basics About Hand Trucks

   Hand trucks are designed to make moving heavy loads easier. Learn the basics about hand trucks from the professionals at...

2. 2. Tips for Using a Stepped Dowel System

   DIY Tools and Techniques guest Rorke Miller demonstrates the creation of a stepped dowel system.

3. 3. Torque Wrenches

   This DIY guide makes it easy to choose the right torque wrench so projects can be completed quickly and easily.

4. 4. Ladders: Safety, Use and Accessories

   The ladder is one of the most common tools, but it's also one of the most misused. Here is a rundown of the basics about...

5. 5. Gunook Sky Hook & Super Hook (01:37)

   

   The Sky Hook attaches to your ladder or rafter to hold heavy power tools. The Super Hook slides onto your tool belt to ...

6. 6. Hardwood Installation Tools

   DIY experts offer tips about the tools needed for installing engineered and hardwood floors.

7. 7. Project Calculator

   DIY experts show why this project calculator is a great tool to have around the workshop. It can perform functions ordin...

8. 8. Roofing Tool Basics

   Roofing expert Mark Vivio offers information on basic roofing tools.

9. 9. Clamp Basics

   Clamps are essential workshop tools for holding wood in position. It's useful to have a collection of clamps on hand for...

10. 10. Tips on Using Prying Tools

    It's easy to choose the right prying tool for any job with these tips from DIY Network.

11. 11. Retractable Hand Saw

    The DIY Network shows you a line of very useful utility cutters with retractable blades.

12. 12. Tips on Making Homemade Tools

    Carl Mueller, tool expert and host of DIY Network's Tools & Techniques, offers tips on how to make homemade tools.

13. 13. Drilling Holes to Depth (00:24)

    

    Check out this great trick to drill holes to a specific depth every time!

14. 14. Lie-Nielsen Spokeshave (00:58)

    

    Check out this woodworker's hand tool made for working with furniture legs.

15. 15. Stud and Electrical Sensors

    A variety of different wall sensors are available for DIY projects.